- Johannesburg South
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Engineering Manufacturing
- Reference: 175201
Vacancy Details
Employer: MCE Electric
We are looking for:
An eager wireman who will be responsible for the wiring, assembling, and testing of electrical control panels. This role requires a high level of precision and technical skill to ensure that all panels meet quality and safety standards.
Knowledge and abilities:
- Ability to read electrical drawings and panel layouts
- Good attention to detail and neat wiring practices
- Knowledge of industrial control components
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Basic fault-finding and testing skills
- Ability to work with low-voltage and control circuits
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble electrical control panels, distribution boards,
- Install and wire components such as:
- Circuit breakers
- Contactors
- Relays
- Timers
- Terminal blocks
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
- Cut, strip, label, and terminate wires according to wiring standards.
- Mount electrical components on DIN rails, panels, and backplates.
- Perform point-to-point wiring inside panels.
- Test panels for continuity, insulation, and functionality before delivery.
- Assist with fault finding and troubleshooting in panels.
- Ensure wiring complies with South African electrical standards (SANS 10142).
- Maintain a clean and organized workshop environment.
- Reading a panel drawing
- Mounting components on a panel board
- Wiring contactors and relays
- Labelling wires and terminals
- Testing circuits with a multimeter
- Preparing completed panels for installation
Boxes to tick:
- National Senior Certificate or equivalent to NQF 4
- Electrical qualification (N2–N4 Electrical Engineering or Trade Test)
- Experience in panel wiring or electrical assembly
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems
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About MCE Electric
MCE Electric is a leading distributor of residential, commercial, and industrial lighting and solar electrical products in South Africa. We are dedicated to providing excellent service and superior products to our customers. Our commitment to quality and innovation has established us as a trusted name in the electrical industry. At MCE Electric, we strive to meet the diverse needs of our clients with top-notch solutions and exceptional customer care.
Join us and be a pivotal part of MCE Electric’s success! Your expertise and dedication will help us achieve new heights.
MCE Electric
Powering Your World With Excellence
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